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    won't start when hot?

    I had the same issue with my 71' I tried everything to solve it, hot start relay, new loom, etc. The problem was solved when I put a brand new starter (I tried with a second hand, but it had the same problem).
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    Parts in France

    Hi, You have a store in Bordeaux, Bugs Are Us : http://www.bugs-are-us.net/ If you need NOS parts or good used parts (always better than shitty new chienes stuff), you can get in contact with Sapito Rafuchas on Facebook. When travelling in France, you can use Save my VW trip including most good...
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    Cert Air certificate for France

    Hi, I live in France and I don't care about this sticker. You will not have any fee if you are stopped by policemen.
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    71 bay - drop spindles

    Hi, You can buy specific drop spindles for 71 year.
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    exhaust recommendations

    I've just ordered this exhaust from CSP : https://www.csp-shop.com/en/exhaust-heating/muffler-beetle-66-13-1600cc-251-001-050-27443a.html I will use it with TDE pipes. I read everything good about this muffler..
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    Solar panel

    Yes, I have a 100W flexible solar panel on my 71 tintop roof. The cables go through the air intake and are linked to a 103Ah AGM battery on the left of the engine. I have full autonomy with a Dometic CFX28 cooler, phone, laptop, etc.
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    BA4 heater in Early Bay

    Hi, Did someone experienced fitting an Eberspächer BA4 stationary heater in a Early bay? Any problems, something to weld/cut/adapt?
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    A magnetic solar panel on my tintop

    Hi, As I'm not a big fan of making holes in my 71, I was thinking about using a strong magnetic leaf (80g/cm² = 0.44oz/inch²). Will it be enough, or is ther a risk to lose my panel during driving? Wurd
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    beatle gearbox with bay driveshafts - is there a kit ?

    This one is very good quality : http://www.vintageautohaus.com/pieces-volkswagen/frenchslammer/type2/combi/kit-montage-boite-1302-03-sur-type-2a.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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    Beetle exhaust on early bay

    Hi, As it is more and more difficult to get good quality exhausts, I was looking at those who adapted a beetle exhaust to their early van. How do you make them fit, as everybody is saying that it's impossible because of the apron. Do you adapt the pipes?
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    [WANTED] Thermostat for air filter #71

    Thanks chad, I sent him a message.
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    [WANTED] Thermostat for air filter #71

    It's unfortunately sold out at VW Classic, since a few months...
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    [WANTED] Thermostat for air filter #71

    Hi, I'm looking for a "wax filled" thermostat for my 71 air filter. It looks like that
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    New to EarlyBay ? Say Hi here ...

    Hi, I'm Marc from France :mrgreen: I own this 71 since 2 month. I also have a 55 3 fold beetle, and I had a 69 convertible before. Cheers !!!
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